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HOOKUP AND OPERATION
5. Slow down when driving on rough roads. Reduce
speed when turning, or on curves and slopes to
avoid tipping. Equipment altered other than the place
of manufacture may reduce the maximum transport
speed. Additional weight, added tanks, harrowing
attachments, etc. may reduce implement load
carrying capabilities.
6. A safety chain is provided with the implement to
insure safe transport.
a. The safety chain should have a tensile strength
equal to or greater than the gross weight of the
implement. The chain is attached to the lower
hitch clevis hole with two flat washers between
the clamp plates to assure a tight connection.
Always use a 1" diameter Grade 8 bolt for this
connection.
b. Attach the safety chain to the tractor drawbar.
Provide only enough slack in the chain for
turning. Do not use an intermediate chain
support as the attaching point for the chain on
the tractor. Do not pull the implement by the
safety chain.
c. When unhitching from the tractor attach the hook
end of the chain to a free link close to the hitch
clevis for storage. This will keep the hook off the
ground, reducing corrosion and keep the hook
functioning properly.
d. Regularly inspect the safety chain for worn,
stretched, or broken links and ends. Replace the
safety chain if it is damaged or deformed in any
way.
7. Check that tires are of proper size, load rating, and
inflated to manufacture specifications before
transporting. Check wheel lug bolts to insure
tightness.
8. Know the transport heights and widths of the unit
before transporting. Attachments such as leveling
harrows can increase the transport dimensions of the
implement. Use caution when transporting near
bridges and power lines.
WARNING
Electrocution can occur without direct contact.
9. Raise the unit to full transport height.
10. Install transport locks on lift system. Do not depend
solely on implement hydraulics for
Figure
4-11).
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Failure to use transport lock pins during
transport may result in permanent equipment
damage, serious injury, or death.
11. Transport during daylight hours whenever possible.
transport.(See
WARNING
Always use flashing warning lights, except where
such use is prohibited by law. Make sure lights,
reflectors and SMV emblem are clearly visible and
operating. Remove any obstructions such as dirt,
mud, stalks or residue that restricts view before
transporting.
3 X 16-1/2 TRANSPORT
LOCKOUT
Figure 4-11: Installed Transport Locks
INDEX
1/8" HAIR PIN
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